Definition of Load shedding

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Load shedding

The term 'Load shedding' as it applies to the area of energy can be defined as ' Intentional action by a utility that results in the reduction of more than 100 megawatts (MW) of firm customer load for reasons of maintaining the continuity of service ofthe reporting entity's bulk electric power supply system. The routine use of load control equipment that reduces firm customer load is not considered to be a reportable action'.

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